General
Year: 2001
Manufacturer: GLASAIR
Model: GLASAIR III RG
Registration #: N18TW
Serial Number: DB1
Condition: Used
Based at: KGPT - Gulfport-Biloxi International
Total Time: 876
Description: THE ULTIMATE GLASAIR III, DELIVERING BRUTAL PERFORMANCE IN TOTAL COMFORT
This highly modified Glasair III Version II is the ultimate expression of speed, precision, and craftsmanship. Professionally built at Jim Muldoon’s Glasair factory assist shop and just completed an open checkbook 2 year restoration and full airframe IRAN.
Featuring a new $150K “dream panel” by Coastal Winds Avionics, a $75K freshly IRAN verified Lycoming IO-540 with only 455 hours, a new custom $45K Hartzell propeller, new Beringer wheels and antilock brakes, and a meticulously refinished paint scheme.
Aerodynamic refinements include more than 1,000 hours of computational fluid dynamics modeled wing and wheel well reshaping, a Version II extended rudder and ventral fin for fully developed spin recovery and carbon fiber components throughout.
With Reno Air Racing pedigree, ZEX nitrous installed (demonstrated 302.98 knots) and a luxurious new leather interior with custom stitching, this Glasair delivers exhilarating speed while offering comfort and confidence unmatched in its class.
DOCUMENTED INVESTMENTS TOTAL >$620,000 USD
For Access to the Dedicated Aircraft Website to see Complete Logs, Photos, Videos, and Documentation, Contact Brad Willette at Lane Aviation @ Ext 159. Thank You.
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Airframe
Airframe Notes: * Complete open checkbook airframe IRAN just completed
* Extensive aerodynamic refinements (1,000+ hrs CFD modeled wing & wheel-well reshaping)
* Extended Version II rudder & ventral fin (enhanced stability & spin recovery)
* Fully aerobatic +6 -4
* Professionally built in the Glasair Factory Assist Program (Jim Muldoon)
* Electric slotted flaps
* Quiet-Flite speed brakes
* Beringer wheels w/anti-lock brake system
* Fully bonded static system
* Carbon fiber parts throughout
* Massive spare parts inventory included
* Fuel capacity: 80 gal (62 main, 7 header, 11 tips)
Engine
Engine 1 Time: 454.8
Engine Notes: $75,000+ LYCOMING IO-540 OVERHAUL & VERIFICATION
* Freshly IRAN’d by Pinnacle Aircraft Engines to confirm flawless condition post-Reno competition use
* Engine Zero-timed Reman: 454.8 hours
* Dyno exceeded 425 HP (bench limited), actual output expected much higher
* Custom Crankcase and Crankshaft
* Light Speed III electronic ignition with Magneto
* Christen inverted oil + inverted fuel
* Ram air induction
* Skytec starter + Skydynamics lightweight flywheel
* B&C BC410-H alternator
Props
Prop Notes: $45,000+ CUSTOM HARTZELL
* Brand new zero time Hartzell HC-C3YR-1RFX with custom blades matched to CFD aerodynamic refinements and custom painted.
Modifications/Conversions
Modifications/Conversions: WHY THIS AIRCRAFT IS UNLIKE ANY OTHER GLASAIR III
* 2 YEAR Full restoration + IRAN from spinner to tail
* The newest, most advanced avionics installation in any Glasair III
* Freshly verified powerplant and brand-new custom prop
* State-of-the-art aerodynamic refinements supported by CFD
* Reno proven performance exceeding 300 knots
* Cabin comfort and finishing rarely seen in experimentals
For buyers who demand the fastest, most refined, and most thoroughly modernized Glasair III ever built, this is it.
Avionics
ADS-B Equipped: Yes
Avionics/Radios: $150K+ CUSTOM PANEL - FULL GARMIN SUITE
Primary Flight & Display System
* Dual Garmin G3X Touch GDU 460 10.6” PFD/MFD Displays
* Dual GDU 460/465 Install Kits
* Dual GA26X GPS Antennas
* Dual Garmin G5 Electronic Flight Instruments (ADI + HSI redundancy)
* Composite video inputs integrated into G3X
* Custom Carbon Fiber CNC-Cut Instrument Panel with professional labeling & backlighting
* Infinity Stick Grips (PTT, Trim, AP DISC, Alt Hold)
Navigation, Comm & IFR Equipment
* Garmin GTN 750Xi GPS/NAV/COMM (flagship WAAS IFR navigator)
* Garmin GTR 20 Remote COM Radio
* Garmin GMA 245R Remote Bluetooth Audio Panel
* Fully WAAS/LPV capable
* Internal antennas (installed in tail cone) by Sportcraft Antennas
* Bluetooth audio streaming & wireless intercom functionality
ADS-B & Transponder
* Garmin GTX 345 ADS-B IN & OUT Transponder
* Real-time traffic, weather, backup AHRS, Bluetooth EFB streaming
G3X High-Performance Core System
* G3X High Performance LRU Kit (GSU 25D ADAHRS, GMU 22 Magnetometer, GTP 59 Temp Probe, Config Module)
* GMU 22 Install Kit + Universal GMU 22/44 Mount Kit
* GSU 25C/D Connector Kit
* GEA 24 Engine/Airframe Interface Module + Connector Kit
* G3X 6-Cylinder Sensor Kit
* 75 GPT Precision Pressure Sensor
* Hall-Effect RPM Sensor
* Lambda gauge for continuous AFR
* Brand new EI Fuel Probes integrated into G3X
Autopilot System (Fully Integrated)
* Garmin GMC 507 Autopilot Mode Controller
* Dual Garmin GSA 28 Servos (Pitch & Roll)
* Dual GSA 28 Servo Connector Kits
* Dual GSA 28 Install Kits with mounting brackets
Safety, Redundancy & Environmental
* Garmin GHA 15 Radar Altitude Height Advisor (AGL digital readout + callouts)
* AITHRE SHIELD EX 3.0 Carbon Monoxide Detection (panel alerts + G3X/Aural)
* Garmin GAP 26 Heated Pitot
* TCW Integrated Battery Backup System (IBBS)
* Multiple redundant attitude sources (G3X, G5, 750Xi fallback AHRS)
* SmartGlide
System Interfaces
* Garmin GAD 29C ARINC 429 Converter + Connector Kit
* Garmin GAD 27 Integrated Power Controller + Connector Kit
Exterior
Exterior Notes: $125,000+ PAINT, AIRFRAME MODS, AND INTERIOR COST
* Sanded paint, prepped aircraft, and painted exterior of aircraft fuselage with Axalta Imon AF400 paint.
* Spent more than 1,000 hours reshaping underside of wing/wheel well blisters per ANALYTICAL METHODS, INC. fluid flow dynamics models
* Carbon fiber parts throughout
* Performance Sloped Windshield
Additional airframe items:
* Ram air intake (modification supplied by Vision)
* Copilot brakes (S H option)
* Electric slotted flaps (S H option)
* Quiet-flite speed brakes
* Extended Rudder & Ventral (modification supplied by Vision)
* Whelen strobes in nav light housing
* Landing Gear Up and Down Locks with emergency extension hand pump (S H option)
* Fully bonded static system (custom modification)
* Shape coded gear, flap, etc. levers (custom modification)
* Electric aileron trim (custom modification)
* Electric elevator trim (S H option)
* Cabin heater (S H option)
* Cabin forced air (custom modification)
* Extended Tips with Fuel, Factory short tips, Racing tips
* Hardwired Bose headsets
* New Beringer wheels and antilock brake system
Year Painted: 2025
Interior
Interior Notes: * New interior cushions, leather seating surfaces, embroidered racing logo, panel glare shield, and baggage compartment. French Saddle Stitching throughout.
Year Interior: 2025
Inspection Status
Inspection Status: Next Conditional Inspection Due: December 2026
Please Contact Brad Willette @ Lane Aviation for access to the dedicated aircraft website to see complete logs, photos, videos, and documentation.
** Specifications Subject to Verification Upon Inspection **
Service Logs
Propeller: Propeller CI.JPG
USD $399,000